The task force was created this legislative session to oversee Jefferson County Public Schools.
Republican lawmakers proposed making adult-oriented businesses off-limits within a block of places frequented by children as they offered legislation on Tuesday that includes a renewed effort to regulate drag shows in Kentucky.
Kiera Dunk, 14, was present as Senate Bill 106 was filed.
When Kentucky lawmakers meet next month for the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly, school vouchers are expected to be brought up. Kentucky Youth Advocates hosted a panel discussion with varying opinions on what vouchers would mean for the state and its students. Vouchers would allow qualifying families to receive a credit to attend alternative schools, like private schools, but opponents say it would take away from public school funding.
The measure won Senate passage on a 26-6 vote after a lengthy debate that led to some eyebrow-raising exchanges in the buttoned-down chamber.
A hearing in Frankfort on Thursday drew a lot of emotional testimony from supporters and opponents of Senate Bill 115.